ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

FISCAL POLICY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Congress and the President agree to increase G by $500 billion and increase T by $500 billion. The result is
A
AD increases
B
AD decreases
C
Nothing, they cancel each other out yo’
D
massive deficit and debt issues.
E
AD and AS both increase.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the most general sense (and assuming ceteris paribus conditions), an increase in aggregate demand corresponds with an increase in the price level; conversely, a decrease in aggregate demand corresponds with a lower price level.

Detailed explanation-2: -A contractionary fiscal policy means a rise in taxes and a decrease in government expenditure. This causes aggregate demand which means a fall in prices. The decreased demand also leads to a decrease in the real GDP.

Detailed explanation-3: -The initial change in spending times the spending multiplier gives you the maximum change in GDP (5 x $1000 = $5000). The original $1000 increase in government spending can increase GDP by a maximum of $5000 with an MPC of . 8. Note: The multiplier works the same in reverse.

Detailed explanation-4: -Income and Wealth As household wealth increases, aggregate demand typically increases. Conversely, a decline in wealth usually leads to lower aggregate demand.

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